casual

The definition of casual is someone or something relaxed, occasional, not planned or informal.

(adjective)

See casual in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

happening by chance; not planned; incidental: a casual visit
happening, active, etc. at irregular intervals; occasional: a casual worker
slight or superficial: a casual acquaintance
1. careless or cursory: far too casual in his methods
2. nonchalant; dispassionate: affecting casual unconcern
1. informal or relaxed: a casual atmosphere
2. designed for informal occasions or use: casual clothes

Origin: ME & OFr casuel < LL casualis, by chance < L casus, chance, event: see case

noun

one who does something only occasionally or temporarily, esp. a casual worker
shoes, clothes, etc. designed for informal occasions
Mil. a person temporarily attached to a unit, awaiting a permanent assignment or transportation

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See casual in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Occurring by chance. See Synonyms at chance.
a. Occurring at irregular or infrequent intervals; occasional: casual employment at a factory; a casual correspondence with a former teacher.
b. Unpremeditated; offhand: a casual remark.
a. Being without ceremony or formality; relaxed: a casual evening with friends.
b. Suited for everyday wear or use; informal.
Not serious or thorough; superficial: a casual inspection.
a. Showing little interest or concern; nonchalant: a casual disregard for cold weather.
b. Lenient; permissive: a casual attitude toward drugs.
Not close or intimate; passing: a casual acquaintance with avant-garde music.

noun

One that serves or appears at irregular intervals, especially a temporary worker.
casuals Casualwear: sent my casuals to the cleaners.
A soldier temporarily attached to a unit while awaiting permanent assignment.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English casuel

Origin: , from Old French

Origin: , from Latin cāsuālis

Origin: , from cāsus, event; see case¹

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